Lake Region District Health Unit

06/17/2026

Immunization office in Ramsey County will be closed tomorrow, June 18th. Sorry for the inconvenience.

06/16/2026

06/16/2026

At WIC, we know that screen time and digital devices are a big concern for families. 👪 The American Academy of Pediatrics has recently updated its recommended guidelines on digital media to prevent potentially harmful effects on your family's health, safety, and well-being! 📱The AAP suggests several recommendations to support your family’s healthy use of technology:

✅Create a family technology plan and set boundaries on digital media.
✅Delay use of personal tablets.
✅Watch and play alongside your children to monitor digital content.
✅Use parental controls.

Check out the full article from the AAP, which provides even more recommendations and resources, such as a “Phone Ready questionnaire” and sample conversation starters about media: https://www.healthychildren.org/English/family-life/Media/Pages/helping-kids-thrive-in-a-digital-world-AAP-policy-explained.aspx

06/13/2026

Change the moment.
Distractions aren’t avoidance—they’re your power move. Chew gum, snack on carrots or celery, or learn something new.
Quit tip – distract and move past the moment.
Call 1-800-QUIT-NOW, visit hhs.nd.gov/ndquits, or text ‘start’ to 300500.

06/12/2026

A quit plan + a quit coach = a smarter path to a healthier you. With the right support, you can tackle cravings, build new routines, and stay on track.
You don’t have to figure it out alone—let’s make a plan and make it stick.
Quit tip – find support with NDQuits or family and friends.
Call 1-800-QUIT-NOW, visit hhs.nd.gov/ndquits, or text ‘start’ to 300500.

06/11/2026

While smoking or va**ng may feel like it relieves stress in the moment, it actually keeps the cycle going.
Break free. Breathe deeper. Handle stress on your terms—not ni****ne’s. Every tobacco-free day is a step toward a calmer, stronger you.
Quit tip - practice deep breathing techniques to quiet your mind.
Call 1-800-QUIT-NOW, visit hhs.nd.gov/ndquits, or text ‘start’ to 300500.

06/11/2026

June brings summer’s sweetest chapter: strawberry season! 🍓Strawberries are the WIC-approved food of the month!

Strawberries are filled with antioxidants and vitamins, including vitamin C, which helps support your immune system! These berries can also improve both heart health and blood sugar, making them a great healthy snack. 🫶 Strawberries are also super versatile—try including them in smoothies, salads, desserts, or homemade jams!

06/10/2026

06/10/2026

June 1st bring summer and new WIC Eligibility Guidelines. Please find the new income guidelines at the link below ⬇️

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06/10/2026

Every quit attempt is a step close to better health.
You don’t fail—you practice. And practice builds success. Try again.
Quit tip – drink water. Water eases some of the discomforts that often come with ni****ne withdrawal.
Call 1-800-QUIT-NOW, visit hhs.nd.gov/ndquits, or text ‘start’ to 300500.